Sodium bicarbonate news

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  16 June 2026

  Solvay: EPO upholds unitary soda-ash purge-stream recycling patent

  EPO sustains a unitary patent on recycling purge streams used in soda ash and bicarbonate production after opposition; related Dutch injunction over a sister patent is under appeal.
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  24 February 2026

  Solvay 2025 Q4 and Annual Financial Results

  Strong cash flow of €350M in 2025 despite challenges. EBITDA at €881M, net profit at €306M. Sustainability goals on track. 2026 outlook: EBITDA €770-850M, Free Cash Flow €200M+.
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  23 February 2026

  Solvay Reduces Torrelavega Soda Ash Capacity for Competitiveness

  Capacity at Torrelavega cut to 420 kt by 2026 due to oversupply and high costs. Sodium bicarbonate unaffected. Focus on regional customers and sustainability. 77 positions reduced.
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  10 October 2025

  Solvay Launches Biodiversity Pilot with IUCN in France

  Testing IUCN RHINO at Dombasle to create a science-based biodiversity blueprint, integrating STAR metrics for species and ecosystem health, aligned with global biodiversity goals.
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  23 July 2025

  Solvay Cuts Scope 3 Emissions in France

  Biogenic CO₂ from Air Products reduces emissions by 4,000 tons annually at a French plant, enhancing supply reliability and supporting climate goals.
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  24 June 2022

  Tata Chemicals Europe Launches UK's Largest Carbon Capture Plant

  The new plant captures 40,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, reducing emissions by 10%. It produces Ecokarb® for global export, supported by a £4.2m government grant, advancing sustainable manufacturing.

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  4 November 2019

  Alpla Enters HDPE Recycling

  The company expands its recycling operations by acquiring two Spanish HDPE recycling plants, increasing capacity to 35,000 tonnes annually, and aims to enhance sustainable packaging production.
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  24 September 2019

  Solvay Expands Bicarbonate Production in Bulgaria

  Increasing soda ash capacity in Wyoming and bicarbonate in Bulgaria, the investments total €185M over three years, addressing global demand in various applications and improving air quality.
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  6 July 2019

  CIECH Group Launches New Sodium Bicarbonate Production Line in Germany

  The new line boosts production by 80%, adding 50,000 tonnes annually. It targets the pharmaceutical market, especially dialysis, and meets high-quality standards with advanced logistics and GMP certification.
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  27 June 2019

  Tata Chemicals to Build UK's Largest Carbon Capture Plant

  The new plant will capture and purify CO2 from power generation emissions to produce sodium bicarbonate, reducing emissions by 11% and supporting the UK's net zero carbon target by 2050.
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  10 July 2018

  Solvay Modernizes Bernburg Cogeneration Unit

  €48M investment enhances site competitiveness and sustainability, maintaining production capacity and reducing CO2 intensity, aligning with customer needs for reliable, high-quality supply.
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  30 January 2018

  Solvay invests €6 million in Rheinberg site for new flue gas treatment line

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, enabling delivery of SOLVAir® SB 0/3 for reducing industrial emissions. The project aligns with sustainability goals and is co-funded by the German government.
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  29 January 2018

  Solvay Invests €6M in Rheinberg Site Expansion

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, aiding industries in meeting environmental regulations. The project, co-funded by the German government, aligns with sustainability goals.
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  12 January 2018

  CAC Secures Contract to Build Crystallization Plant for Ciech

  CAC will handle all phases of constructing a crystallization plant in Stassfurt, integrating it into the existing complex. The plant will produce 110,000 tonnes of pharmaceutical-grade sodium bicarbonate annually.
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  29 November 2017

  CIECH Expands Production Capacity for Dialysis Soda

  Modernizing German plants to produce pharmaceutical-grade sodium bicarbonate, including dialysis soda, with completion by 2019. Investment exceeds PLN 100 mln, boosting capacity to 110,000 tonnes annually.
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  24 November 2017

  CIECH Initiates New Salt Plant Project in Germany

  The preparatory stage for a new salt plant in Stassfurt, Germany, has begun. The plant aims to produce 450,000 tons of dry salt annually, targeting West European markets.